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I promise that you will find plenty of music to play no matter how many strings your harp has. Sure, having more strings does mean you will be able to play a wider range of notes. Notice the amazing street musicians you see playing their hearts out on 22-string travel harps. They certainly aren’t hindered by the lack of strings. If you want to play the harp, you will find plenty of music to play no matter how many strings you have.
Clint
But while some design stars complain about the fame, Clint's psyched to have the chance to touch someone's life. "My grandmother’s the person I respect most in the world, so if she thought highly of somebody, I thought they were awesome," Clint says. His grandmother had passed away about 15 years before his move to Waco, but as he got ready to move, he felt a strange push from her. "I believe that wherever you can make connections, make connections, so I called him and left a message," Clint says. And while he didn't love the job itself, he found he was naturally good at it.
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Rent a harp if possible and get some lessons from a local harp teacher. Pick your teacher’s brain about harps and see where that leads. They usually have the experience to point you in the right direction. Here are some general suggestions to get you started. I will follow up with some specifics suggestions regarding strings, levers, etc. What is your favorite thing to do at Harp Design Co.?
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Harp Design Co. will shutter its doors next Friday, and its website will close at midnight that day as well. Adults and teenagers should rent the 30 string harp. The smaller, 26 string harp is best for children usually age 7 or 8 and younger, who cannot get their arms around the larger 30 string harp.
It's Official: Clint Harp from 'Fixer Upper' Is Getting His Own DIY Series - Country Living
It's Official: Clint Harp from 'Fixer Upper' Is Getting His Own DIY Series.
Posted: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 07:00:00 GMT [source]
‘We’re just closing this chapter’: Famed wood worker discusses decision to close Waco’s Harp Design Co.
"You never know what those things you’re going through are for, or what they’re leading you to," he says. I can say that ideas are coming, and the juice is flowing again, and it’s really exciting to see what could happen,” Clint said with an optimistic smile. The Harp family says it is a bittersweet moment and that this journey has brought them lifelong friends and an opportunity beyond their wildest dreams. But after more than a decade in business, Clint says it was time to close this chapter. Who are your top 3 favorite bands or artists of all time? There are too many bands or groups to name- but, I’ve had a lifelong love for the Beatles- my dad introduced me to their music as a child, and it’s stuck with me.
Not more than a few months into starting their next chapter in Waco, Clint has a perfectly timed run in with Chip Gaines. There are essentially two types of harps - Pedal Harps and Non-Pedal Harps. Pedal harps are the great big harps you see in the orchestra. These types of harps use a complicated pedal mechanism to change keys, weigh between 60 to 100 pounds, and cost upwards of $20,000.
Outside of work, I love spending time with my wife and kids. Whether traveling, or hanging out at home- if I’m with my family, I’m happy. At its core, Harp Design Co. is a team of craftsmen and designers, always looking to build something that will provide meaning and add character to a home. We handcraft our pieces to last, using a mix of old-world technique and modern technology. This quality craftsmanship and our distinctive style can be seen in every piece of furniture we deliver. "After a lot of thought and consideration, we have decided it is time to close the doors to Harp Design Co.," the couple said.
Modern plywood soundboards are a bit brighter but their durability and longevity make them well worth it. For a much more detailed look at soundboard wood, read this article. If you can’t do that, pick up a copy of the Folk Harp Journal.
What woods should I choose for my harp?
Probably the best thing you could do would be to attend one of the harp conferences like Somerset Harp Festival or visit a harp center. You’ll find harps from most of the major harp builders all in one place and you can look at, listen to, and try several different harps. All of the major harp builders are making good, durable, quality harps these days so don’t stress out too much about making a choice.
But it seems like Clint's lifetime has been full of those kind of moments — Hail Marys and fateful encounters — that have brought the 40-year-old to this exact spot. He's about to launch his own show, Wood Work — premiering on the DIY network Wednesday, May 9, at 10 p.m. And while people are quick to say "it's all because you met Chip Gaines," it's really because he knows to take advantage of every opportunity, even if it means risking everything.

"This is bad. I need to go find a job," he remembers telling her. "I was making six figures in Houston, and now we're broke. I wasn't selling any furniture." Harp will continue his current show on Magnolia Network called "Restoration Road."